Last night in the Premier League: Chelsea suffered a shocking defeat, Liverpool narrowly escaped, Arsenal remains solid at the top

The occurrences last night accurately reflect the traits of the Premier League’s big clubs this season: Chelsea’s inconsistency, Liverpool’s ongoing crisis, and Arsenal’s steady position at the top.

Leeds 3-1 Chelsea: A stunning collapse for The Blues

Chelsea traveled to Elland Road hoping to extend their improving form, but the reality was completely opposite. Leeds started aggressively, applying high pressing that repeatedly unsettled Chelsea’s defense. Within just 6 minutes, Bijol punished a defensive error from Chelsea with a headed goal to open the scoring. From there, the match quickly turned into a nightmare for coach Maresca’s side. Chelsea tried to push forward but barely created any dangerous chances, while Leeds was sharp on every counterattack. In the 43rd minute, Tanaka surged forward to score a second goal after a precise cutback from the right flank.

In the second half, Chelsea brought on Neto and Gusto to boost their attacking pace. The change paid off immediately when Neto scored in the 50th minute, giving The Blues a glimmer of hope. However, that was their only bright moment. Leeds organized a tight defense, effectively shutting down all of Chelsea’s key threats. In the 72nd minute, Calvert-Lewin calmly finished off a chaotic play to seal a 3-1 victory, completely extinguishing Chelsea’s chance for points. This comprehensive loss is a serious warning for Maresca’s squad.